Park is a 2020 "Phoenix" Awardee from the Society of American Travel Writers.

Having trouble viewing this email? View it as a Web page. Gulf State Park, 2020 Society of American Travel Writers Phoenix Award recipient. Gulf State Park Awarded for Environmental Sustainability Gulf State Park in Gulf Shores, Alabama, has received a 2020 Phoenix Award from the Society of American Travel Writers (SATW). The park was described by the SATW as "an international showcase for environmental and economic sustainability as it demonstrates best practices for outdoor recreation, education and hospitable accommodations." The award is given annually to destinations showcasing responsible, sustainable tourism, including conservation, preservation, beautification, and anti-pollution efforts. Improvements to Gulf State Park were included in Phase III Early Restoration and the Alabama Trustee Implementation Group's first restoration plan. Collectively, along with the rebuilding of the Gulf State Park Lodge and Conference Center, these projects added: 50 acres of dune restoration  An interpretive center carrying a LEED Platinum certification A research and education center  9.5 miles of trails Numerous other public access amenities to the 6,500 acre park Read the full story to learn more about the Phoenix Award, and all of the Gulf State Park facilities resiliency and sustainability certifications >>      ICYMI: Read the Trustee Council's statement - 10 Years After Deepwater Horizon Have a colleague or friend interested in Gulf restoration? Forward this email and tell them to sign up for updates!

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